NCLEX-RN Case Study Practice
Original unfolding case studies with fictional clients. Each case has six items that follow the clinical judgment steps: recognize cues, analyze, prioritize, plan, act, and evaluate. New information appears as the case unfolds.
- Medical-surgical unitPostoperative Fever and SepsisA client recovering from bowel surgery develops fever, confusion and falling blood pressure.
- Telemetry unitHeart Failure ExacerbationA client with chronic heart failure is admitted with weight gain and shortness of breath.
- Pediatric unitToddler With DehydrationA toddler with vomiting and diarrhea shows signs of dehydration.
- Postpartum unitPostpartum BleedingA client has increasing bleeding and a boggy uterus after a vaginal birth.
- Emergency department and medical unitCOPD ExacerbationA client with COPD has worsening breathlessness after a respiratory infection.
- Medical unitOlder Adult With Sudden ConfusionAn older adult becomes suddenly confused and restless overnight.
- Medical-surgical unitAlcohol WithdrawalA client admitted for a leg fracture develops tremors and anxiety on day 2.
- Medical unitSuspected Acute StrokeA client suddenly develops facial droop and arm weakness.
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Educational exam preparation only. Questions and case studies use fictional clients and teach general nursing concepts. They are not medical advice and do not determine care for an actual patient. Always follow current clinical guidance, provider orders, and your program's and facility's policies.
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